Spring Fine Art Portraits Mini-Sessions Are Here!

Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th

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Stillwater, MN

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Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th • Stillwater, MN •

Black and white portrait of a young girl with freckles, wearing a striped shirt, looking to the side.
Young girl with dark hair wearing a burgundy dress, smiling with her hand on her chin.
Black and white photo of a young child looking down, wearing a patterned scarf and a dress with button details.
Young boy sticking out his tongue and smiling, wearing a blue shirt with messy hair against a gray background.
Black and white photo of a young boy laughing, wearing a plaid shirt.
Three smiling children, two older and one toddler, posing together against a gray background. The older boy is wearing a dark sweater, the girl is in a denim jacket, and the toddler is dressed in a pink outfit.
Black and white portrait of a smiling young girl with long hair.
Portrait of a young child with short blonde hair wearing a gray-green shirt, neutral gray background.
Black and white photo of a young girl in a dress with hands in pockets standing and smiling; neutral background.
Young child laughing, wearing a sweater with red tulip patterns and a decorative hairpin, against a gray background.
Smiling boy in plaid shirt with short hair against plain background, black and white portrait.
Three children smiling, two boys and a girl, wearing colorful shirts against a gray background.
Black and white close-up of a young child looking down, smiling slightly.
Young child with curly hair and a colorful dress smiling at the camera against a gray background.
Black and white portrait of a smiling toddler with pigtails, wearing a floral dress with a lace collar.
Young girl wearing a sleeveless white dress, standing with hands on hips, smiling, gray background.
Black and white portrait of a young girl looking to the side with a neutral expression.
A young girl with long, wavy brown hair, wearing a yellow ribbed shirt and jeans, sitting on a wooden stool against a gray background.
Smiling child in a buttoned sweater, black and white portrait.
Smiling girl leaning forward with hands on cheeks, wearing a floral dress.
Three children posing on a gray background; two boys and one girl in casual outfits, holding hands and smiling.
A young child laughing, wearing a floral patterned sweater with red and green designs, against a gray background.
Smiling blonde girl in denim jacket and pink bow against gray background.
Young boy in a blue t-shirt and brown pants standing against a gray background.

Minnesota Fine Art School Portrait Photography

Capturing Genuine Smiles

What is Fine Art School Portrait Photography?

As a fine art school portrait photographer based in Stillwater, MN, I capture children’s personalities with a unique, personal approach. My goal is to create a memorable experience for kids and provide schools and parents with timeless, authentic portraits. Unlike traditional corporate photography, I take on a limited number of schools to ensure exceptional customer service and deliver beautiful, genuine images that families cherish for years.

Why Parents and Schools Choose Fine Art Portraits

A Different Approach to School Portraits

In my sessions, there are no forced poses or unnatural smiles—just pure, authentic expressions. I use a neutral gray background to keep the focus on each child’s personality, making the experience fun and comfortable for everyone involved.

Personalized Attention for Every Child

I’m not just a photographer snapping images in bulk; I dedicate a few minutes with each child to make them feel at ease, capturing genuine smiles and expressions. We have a little fun, act a bit goofy, and leave each session feeling excited for more!

A Flexible and Fun Experience for Families

Choose Your Favorite Images

Families receive an online gallery with at least 3-5 edited images, in both color and black-and-white. You’re not limited to just one image—you choose the ones you love! There’s no upfront cost, no pressure, and no obligation to buy; simply purchase the images that resonate with you.

Hassle-Free Ordering for Schools and Teachers

I handle all orders online, so teachers aren’t burdened with managing order forms or payments. This allows busy educators to focus on their priorities, with minimal interruption to their day.

Smiling child with curly hair wearing a plaid shirt.
Young girl with long hair in floral dress smiling against gray background.
Black and white portrait of a smiling young girl with long light hair wearing a black top against a plain background.
A girl and a boy smiling at each other, with the girl's arm around the boy's shoulder. The girl has long hair, wears a plaid cardigan and a denim jumper dress, while the boy wears a red striped sweater. The background is gray.
Child winking and smiling in a black and white portrait.
Black and white portrait of a smiling young person sitting on a stool wearing a hoodie and athletic shoes.
Smiling child with long hair in a jean jacket
Black and white photo of a child with glasses, wearing a striped shirt, making a puzzled expression with arms crossed.
Smiling child in gray long-sleeve shirt and jeans against a gray background.
Young child wearing a yellow shirt pointing with one finger
Black and white photo of a baby wearing a striped shirt, looking directly at the camera.
Black and white photo of a smiling young girl looking to the side.
Young child with long hair wearing a black t-shirt and green pants, with arms crossed, standing against a gray background.
Toddler holding a blue and red plush toy
Young girl with long brown hair wearing a black vest against a gray background.
Black and white portrait of a young girl with long hair and a slight smile.
Black and white photo of four children, three older ones and a baby, smiling at the camera.
Smiling child wearing a striped shirt against a gray background.
Young boy in a plaid shirt flexing his arms while smiling in a studio setting.
Smiling child with long brown hair wearing a brown outfit, posing with arms crossed against a gray background.
Black and white photo of a smiling child with light hair, wearing a striped shirt, looking to the side.
Three smiling children with long hair posing against a gray background.
Young boy laughing with eyes closed, wearing a dark hoodie, grey background.
Black and white portrait of a smiling young girl with hands on her cheeks, wearing a denim jacket, against a neutral background.
Black and white photo of a baby sucking their thumb, wearing a striped headband and a matching outfit with buttons.
Young boy with short hair wearing a blue checkered shirt, looking off to the side against a plain gray background.
Black and white photo of young girl with long hair, smiling slightly, and looking down.

What parents are saying...

  • Smiling girl wearing a denim jacket

    "Oh my gosh!!! I love them so much!!! These are exactly what I need for some frames in our home! You captured them perfectly!"

  • Black and white portrait of a smiling young boy with short hair, wearing a collared shirt.

    "We absolutely love Katie!! She is wonderful with my kiddo!! He loves getting his pictures taken with her!"

  • Smiling young girl with long hair, close-up portrait

    "You are so talented, Katie! My kids have not done well with school photos in the past, and you have figured out how to put them at ease, make them smile, laugh, and be silly, capturing the best of them! Thank you so much! I love them all!!"

  • Smiling child with curly hair wearing denim overalls and a gray shirt against a neutral background.

    "Katie is amazing and has a true gift in her photography. The beauty and personality is captured in every shot. I absolutely adore all the pictures you have taken of my son."

  • Two boys in navy shirts smiling at each other with arms crossed.

    "Katie!!!!! I absolutely love these photos. Thank you so very much for sharing your gifts!!! I'll be ordering loads of these images."

  • Three children standing together smiling in a black and white photo. The child in the middle, a girl, has curly hair and is wearing a dress. The two boys on either side are wearing patterned shirts.

    You did it again! Beautiful, original photos. Our kids absolutely loved staring at their photos and selecting which ones we'll print and hang in the house. Thank you!"

  • Black and white photo of three children smiling, two girls and one boy, posed closely together.

    "THESE ARE AMAZING!!! Thank you soooooo much!!!!!!!"